Shoula - Nankhari, Shimla
Shoula is a village situated in the Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Thana Nankhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shoula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shoula is 023726. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.96 hectares and falls under the 172021 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Shoula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shoula
According to the 2011 Census, Shoula village had a total population of 302 people, including 144 males and 158 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,097 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.84%, with male literacy at 82.44% and female literacy at 66.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 144 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 108 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 36 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Shoula
Shoula is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shoula
Shoula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shoula is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shoula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shoula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shoula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shoula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shoula
Where is Shoula located?
Shoula village is located in Nankhari Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shoula?
The Gram Panchayat of Shoula is Thana Nankhari.
What is the pincode of Shoula?
The pincode of Shoula is 172021.
What is the population of Shoula?
Shoula had a total population of 302, including 144 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Shoula?
Shoula had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shoula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shoula was 73.84%. Male literacy was 82.44% and female literacy was 66.22%.